During the initial few minutes of a wash cycle, my Miele WKF131 washing machine will complain about “water inlet” (translated from Danish language), then usually switches to draining whatever water managed to be filled, needing a power-off to reset the machine. Initially this occurred interm...
You should use Calibration mode right after your washer is installed, any time you make adjustments to your washing machine, and if you ever feel like the weight detection (and amount of water per cycle) isn't right. It only takes a few minutes, and it never hurts to do it periodically...
We interrupt this scintillating mechanical exploration of washing machine mechanics to bring up a very important matter: why your laundry might stink even after a fresh wash. It may be that your washer is dirty. Here's how to clean a washing machine: Regularly clean the top and door of the...
The first thing you should do before purchasing a new faucet is to determine the type of inlets you need. The inlets on a faucet are the components that connect to your water supply lines. Most faucets in the United States have a 1/2" MPT (male) or 1/2" FPT (female) threaded inlet...
If you're planning to move your laundry room out of the basement or other area and into a new space closer to your kitchen or bedroom, one of the biggest hurdles you'll need to consider is relocating the washer and dryer plumbing. Incorrectly installed (or improperly maintained) washers ...
If your washing machine is not working, you might like to run a diagnostic test to pinpoint the issue. You might also like to do it after resetting to check the problem has been solved. Here is how to do it. First, turn your washer to standby mode. Press any button other than power...
Seat washer STEP 1: Remove the cap from each handle. In order to fix a leaky faucet, you will need to gain access to the internal components of the faucet, so the first step is to remove the decorative cap from the top of each handle. ...
but their locations and functions vary according to the type of faucet. If your faucet has two handles, look for worn washer on the base of the valve stems. If it has one handle,replace all the O-ringsand gaskets you see. Ball-valve faucets have spring-loaded gaskets in the inlet holes...
Sewer gases formed in the septic tank can return to a building interior by backing up from the septic tank inlet baffle and pipe to the building drain-waste-vent piping. Inside the building sewer gas (rotten egg or methane) smells may be observed:...
Finally, the pump is ready to test. Put the key into the ignition and turn it to the ON position but do not start the car. You should now hear the water pump whirring away for a few seconds and then shut off. I recommend you make SURE you can hear the pump for that few seconds...